Which versions of Java are affected by CVE-2026-3051?

Organizations using DataLinkDC dinky should be aware of moderate risk from CVE-2026-3051, a path traversal vulnerability rated CVSS 6.3. This could allow unauthorized file access.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2026-3051?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2026-3051. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.1%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2026-3051?

Within 30 days: Identify affected systems running DataLinkDC dinky and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Review file handling controls.

Java CVE-2026-3051

Q: What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-3051?

CVE-2026-3051 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 2.1 (Low). CVSS vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.1%.

LOW

Path Traversal (CWE-22)

2026-02-24 cna@vuldb.com

Java Path Traversal Dinky

2.1

CVSS 4.0 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

2.1 LOW

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

Low

User Interaction

None

Scope

Lifecycle Timeline

Severity Changed

Apr 29, 2026 - 01:11 NVD

MEDIUM LOW

CVSS changed

Apr 29, 2026 - 01:11 NVD

6.3 (MEDIUM) 2.1 (LOW)

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 21:55 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Feb 25, 2026 - 20:09 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Feb 24, 2026 - 01:16 nvd

MEDIUM 6.3

DescriptionCVE.org

A vulnerability has been found in DataLinkDC dinky up to 1.2.5. The affected element is the function getProjectDir of the file dinky-admin/src/main/java/org/dinky/utils/GitRepository.java of the component Project Name Handler. Such manipulation of the argument projectName leads to path traversal. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

AnalysisAI

Path traversal in Dinky up to version 1.2.5 allows authenticated remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the system through manipulation of the projectName parameter in the GitRepository component. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability, and no patch is currently available. An attacker with valid credentials can exploit this to read sensitive files or potentially escalate privileges within Java-based Dinky deployments.

Technical ContextAI

Classified as CWE-22 (Path Traversal). Affects Dinky. A vulnerability has been found in DataLinkDC dinky up to 1.2.5. The affected element is the function getProjectDir of the file dinky-admin/src/main/java/org/dinky/utils/GitRepository.java of the component Project Name Handler. Such manipulation of the argument projectName leads to path traversal. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

RemediationAI

Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Validate and sanitize file path inputs. Use allowlists. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.